2007-02-16 06:59:40 · 5 answers · asked by sasha i 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
In music, an ostinato (derived from Italian: "stubborn", compare English: obstinate) is a motif or phrase which is persistently repeated at the same pitch. The repeating idea may be a rhythmic pattern, part of a tune, or a complete melody.[1] Both "ostinatos" and "ostinati" are accepted English plural forms.
2007-02-16 07:02:58 · answer #1 · answered by cmhurley64 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In music, an ostinato is a motif or phrase which is persistently repeated at the same pitch. The repeating idea may be a rhythmic pattern, part of a tune, or a complete melody. Both "ostinatos" and "ostinati" are accepted English plural forms.
2007-02-16 07:03:11 · answer #2 · answered by ES-335 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a short melodic line that is repeated constantly over the course of the piece.
2007-02-16 07:03:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it means to hold the note for a long time when you're singing
2007-02-16 07:04:10 · answer #4 · answered by Norah B 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like something very painful that should be surgically removed before it gets in your way. (So, am I right?)
2007-02-16 07:03:55 · answer #5 · answered by johN p. aka-Hey you. 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋